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Burrata with Crushed Cherries and Pistachios
Burrata with Crushed Cherries and Pistachios
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Elevate your summer entertaining with this stunning burrata appetizer that combines creamy cheese with sweet, juicy cherries and crunchy pistachios. This no-cook recipe showcases the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients working in perfect harmony. The crushed cherries release their natural juices, creating a gorgeous presentation while adding bright, seasonal flavor. Fresh mint and flaky sea salt provide the perfect finishing touches to this elegant dish that's sure to impress guests at any gathering. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a sophisticated snack, this Mediterranean-inspired creation delivers maximum impact with minimal effort. - Claude
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Ingredients
1 lb burrata
1 lb fresh cherries
Olive oil
1/3 cup salted, shelled pistachios
A sprig or two of fresh mint
Flaky sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Crostini for serving
Directions
Drain burrata on a paper towel and ideally let it come to room temperature or a little below before using for the maximum creaminess and flavor.
Tear burrata into chunks and scatter on a serving platter.
Although you can use a cherry pitter, the cherries here are better crushed or sliced open.
To crush them, use the side of a knife or even the bottom of a heavy glass to press the cherry into a cutting board or plate until you can easily remove the pit.
Tear the cherry in half and scatter over the burrata.
Repeat with remaining cherries.
Yes, this makes a mess but a delicious one: pour any accumulated cherry juices over the cherries on the burrata.
To slice cherries open, run a paring knife around the cherry, cutting to the center, twist the sides apart, and fish out the pit.
Drizzle cherries and burrata with olive oil.
Either coarsely chop the pistachios or you can use the back of a heavy pan to crush them into irregular pieces.
Sprinkle the pistachios over the cherries and burrata, followed by flaky sea salt, grinds of black pepper, and fresh mint.
Serve with crostini and watch it vanish.
Servings\Yield
Serves 4 as a small appetizer or 8 at a party
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (based on 4 servings) - Calories: 385; Total Fat: 28g (Saturated Fat: 12g); Cholesterol: 60mg; Sodium: 450mg; Total Carbohydrates: 22g (Dietary Fiber: 3g, Sugars: 18g); Protein: 16g; Calories from Fat: 252 (65%)
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says... Burrata is at its most nuanced and creamy when it's been allowed to come to room temperature, or just below. If you can find them, mini balls of burrata (Liuzzi and BelGioioso brands sell them) always feel like they stretch further in dishes like this. Can't find fresh burrata? The next best thing is stracciatella, which is basically the creamy, scrappy inside of a ball of burrata, but it is sometimes even harder to find. Another favorite swap is a high-quality fresh ricotta, store-bought or homemade. Recipe adapted from Smitten Kitchen.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: burrata, cherries, pistachios, appetizer, cheese, summer
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Burrata with Crushed Cherries and Pistachios was added on July 06, 2025 and last updated on July 06, 2025.
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